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The MD (Radiotherapy), also known as MD (Radiation Oncology), at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), Chennai, is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical degree programme offered by Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute. The programme trains MBBS graduates in the comprehensive management of cancer patients using radiotherapy and allied oncology modalities, including clinical radiation oncology, radiation physics, radiobiology, surgical oncology, medical oncology, and palliative care. With a total seat intake of 3 (all under the General/AIQ quota, with no NRI seats), this is one of the most specialised and limited MD programmes at SRIHER. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 32,00,000, making the total course fee Rs. 96,00,000 over three years. Radiation Oncology is a critical pillar of cancer treatment in India, and with the country's rising cancer burden, trained radiation oncologists are in high demand across government cancer centres, private hospitals, and research institutions.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch have been completed through MCC NEET PG 2026 counselling (including the stray vacancy round concluded in February 2027). For the upcoming 2027-28 batch, admissions will be based on NEET PG 2027, scheduled on August 30, 2027. Candidates are advised to register on the NBE portal (nbe.edu.in) when registration opens (tentatively April-May 2027) and track MCC counselling schedules at mcc.nic.in.

Key Points

MD (Radiotherapy) / MD (Radiation Oncology) is a clinical postgraduate programme; "Radiotherapy" is the older nomenclature while "Radiation Oncology" is the current NMC-approved name - both refer to the same specialty.
SRIHER's Department of Radiation Oncology is equipped with advanced radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators (LINAC), brachytherapy units, and treatment planning systems, providing state-of-the-art training.
The curriculum covers Radiation Physics, Radiobiology, Clinical Radiation Oncology (site-specific cancer management), Allied Oncology (surgical and medical oncology), Cancer Control Programmes, and Research Methodology.
Graduates are eligible for positions as radiation oncologists in government cancer hospitals (under the National Cancer Control Programme), private cancer centres, and academic medical institutions.
Students receive a monthly stipend throughout the course: Rs. 48,000 in Year 1, Rs. 49,000 in Year 2, and Rs. 50,000 in Year 3.

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23 Apr, 2026 SRIHER Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.D Radiotherapy programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 96 Lakhs.

12 Apr, 2026 SRIHER Admission 2026-27 is open for all UG & PG programs. Apply @sriramachandra.edu. Check course-wise application dates.

SRIHER MD (Radiotherapy) Fees

MD (Radiotherapy / Radiation Oncology) at SRIHER is a clinical postgraduate programme with a tuition fee of Rs. 32,00,000 per year, amounting to a total tuition fee of Rs. 96,00,000 for the 3-year course. In addition to tuition, students pay a one-time University Registration Fee of Rs. 5,000 and an Admission Form Fee of Rs. 5,000 at the time of admission, along with an annual Health Insurance Premium of Rs. 3,000. A refundable College Caution Deposit of Rs. 50,000 is collected at admission. Hostel accommodation (A/C single room) is available optionally at Rs. 2,00,000 per year, with a refundable Hostel Caution Deposit of Rs. 50,000. Since all 3 seats are under the General quota, there is no NRI fee structure applicable for this programme.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (per year)	32,00,000
Tuition Fee (3 years total)	96,00,000
University Registration Fee (one-time)	5,000
Admission Form Fee (one-time)	5,000
Health Insurance Premium (per year x 3)	9,000
College Caution Deposit (Refundable)	50,000
Total Fees (excluding hostel)	97,19,000

Hostel Fees

Hostel Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Hostel Fee - A/C Single Room (per year)	2,00,000
Hostel Caution Deposit (Refundable)	50,000
Total Hostel Fee (3 years + deposit)	6,50,000

College Caution Deposit (Rs. 50,000) is refundable at the end of the course after deduction for any damages.
Hostel Caution Deposit (Rs. 50,000) is refundable at the end of the course after deduction for any damages.
Hostel accommodation is optional; mess fee is compulsory for hostel residents and is paid separately at the mess counter.
Post Diploma candidates pay Rs. 48,00,000 per year (instead of Rs. 32,00,000).
Fee payment is accepted via RTGS/Electronic Fund Transfer or Demand Draft only; cheques and cash are not accepted.
Students receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 48,000 (Year 1), Rs. 49,000 (Year 2), Rs. 50,000 (Year 3).
If a candidate withdraws after the MCC cut-off date or mid-term, the entire first-year fee is forfeited and the remaining course fee is also payable.

SRIHER MD (Radiotherapy) Admission 2026

Admission to MD (Radiotherapy / Radiation Oncology) at SRIHER is entirely through the NEET PG entrance examination followed by centralised counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) of DGHS for the All India Quota (AIQ) seats. For the 2026-27 batch, NEET PG 2026 was conducted on August 30, 2026, and results were declared on September-October 2026; MCC counselling (Rounds 1, 2, 3, and Stray Vacancy Round) was completed by February 2027. For the upcoming 2027-28 batch, candidates must appear in NEET PG 2027 and participate in MCC counselling thereafter.

SRIHER Admission Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Opens (Tentative)	April 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration Closes (Tentative)	May 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card Release (Tentative)	July-August 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	August 30, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result Declaration (Tentative)	September-October 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 1 Registration (Tentative)	October-November 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 1 Seat Allotment (Tentative)	November 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 2 (Tentative)	December 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 3 / Stray Vacancy Round (Tentative)	January-February 2027
Reporting to SRIHER for Admission	As per MCC allotment letter

NEET PG Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start (Tentative)	April 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration End (Tentative)	May 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card (Tentative)	June 11, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	August 30, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result (Tentative)	September-October 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised medical college/university.
Candidates must have completed a 12-month compulsory rotating internship (or be completing it by March 31 of the admission year).
Candidates must be registered with the Medical Council of India (MCI) / National Medical Commission (NMC) or any State Medical Council.

Admission Process:

Appear in NEET PG 2026 conducted by NBEMS (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for PG Medical Counselling after NEET PG result declaration.
Pay the MCC registration and security deposit fee online.
Fill in and lock college/course choices during the designated choice-filling window.
Participate in seat allotment rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Stray Vacancy Round as applicable).
Upon allotment to SRIHER, report to the institution within the date and time specified in the MCC allotment letter with all original documents and fee payment proof.
Complete admission formalities at SRIHER, Porur, Chennai, including document verification and fee payment via RTGS/DD.

SRIHER MD (Radiotherapy) Scholarships 2026

SRIHER provides financial support to its postgraduate students primarily through a monthly stipend paid throughout the 3-year programme. The Sri Ramachandra Educational and Health Trust also offers merit-cum-means scholarships to deserving students. Students from reserved categories and economically weaker sections may additionally apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal. Given the high tuition fee for this clinical programme, students are encouraged to explore education loan options from nationalised banks alongside institutional financial support.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Eligibility	Amount
Monthly Stipend (Institutional)	All enrolled MD/MS students	Rs. 48,000/month (Year 1), Rs. 49,000/month (Year 2), Rs. 50,000/month (Year 3)
Sri Ramachandra Educational and Health Trust Scholarship	Merit-cum-means basis; economically disadvantaged students	Variable; based on assessment
Alumni Scholarship (SRIHER Alumni Association)	Current PG student of SRIHER; merit-based	Variable
National Scholarship Portal (Government Schemes)	SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS categories; income criteria apply	As per government norms

The monthly stipend is the primary financial support for MD/MS students and is paid directly by SRIHER.
Stipend amounts are subject to revision by the institution each academic year.
Scholarship applications for trust-funded aid are typically invited at the beginning of the academic year; students should contact the Dean's office (deansrmc@sriramachandra.edu.in) for details.
Government scholarships must be applied for independently through the respective portals.

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SRIHER MD (Radiotherapy) FAQs

Ques. What is the career scope of MD (Radiation Oncology / Radiotherapy) in India?

Ans. MD (Radiation Oncology) graduates are in high demand given India's rapidly growing cancer burden. Graduates can work as radiation oncologists in government cancer hospitals (Regional Cancer Centres, AIIMS, Tata Memorial Hospital network), private cancer centres, and academic medical institutions. They can also pursue DrNB (Radiation Oncology) or fellowships in sub-specialties such as stereotactic radiosurgery, brachytherapy, or paediatric radiation oncology. The specialty offers excellent career stability and growth, with salaries ranging from Rs. 15-50 lakhs per annum depending on the institution and experience.

Ques. What is the difference between MD (Radiotherapy) and MD (Radiation Oncology)?

Ans. MD (Radiotherapy) and MD (Radiation Oncology) refer to the same postgraduate medical specialty. "Radiotherapy" is the older nomenclature used historically in India, while "Radiation Oncology" is the current NMC-approved name that reflects the broader scope of the specialty beyond just radiotherapy to include comprehensive cancer management. SRIHER's programme is officially listed as MD (Radiation Oncology) and is the same as MD (Radiotherapy) in terms of curriculum, duration, and career outcomes.

Ques. What equipment and technology will I get to work with during MD (Radiation Oncology) at SRIHER?

Ans. SRIHER's Department of Radiation Oncology is equipped with modern radiotherapy technology including Linear Accelerators (LINAC) with IMRT/IGRT capabilities, 3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3DCRT), Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), Brachytherapy units (HDR/LDR), CT simulators, and advanced treatment planning systems. Students gain hands-on experience with these technologies under faculty supervision, preparing them for modern radiation oncology practice.

Ques. How many seats are available for MD (Radiation Oncology) at SRIHER, and how competitive is admission?

Ans. There are 3 seats available, all under the General/AIQ quota with no NRI seats. Radiation Oncology is a highly sought-after specialty due to its excellent career prospects and limited seats nationally. Competition for these 3 seats at SRIHER is intense. Candidates should check the previous year's MCC closing ranks for this course at SRIHER on the MCC website (mcc.nic.in) to gauge the level of competition.

Ques. Can I pursue a DrNB (Radiation Oncology) or fellowship after MD (Radiation Oncology) from SRIHER?

Ans. MD (Radiation Oncology) is a terminal postgraduate degree that qualifies you to practice as a radiation oncologist. However, graduates may pursue DrNB (Radiation Oncology) from NBEMS-accredited hospitals for additional training, or fellowships in sub-specialties such as stereotactic radiosurgery, paediatric radiation oncology, or brachytherapy through national and international programmes. Academic positions in medical colleges are also a popular career path for MD (Radiation Oncology) graduates.

Ques. Is there a bond or service obligation after completing MD (Radiation Oncology) at SRIHER?

Ans. SRIHER does not impose a mandatory service bond for MD (Radiation Oncology) students admitted through MCC AIQ counselling. However, students should carefully review the terms and conditions at the time of admission, as institutional policies may change. Candidates admitted under sponsored or special categories may have different obligations. It is advisable to clarify this directly with the SRIHER admissions office at the time of reporting.